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- Assam floods: 41 dead, 9 lakh affected; CM Himanta Biswa Sarma says destruction 'unimaginable'
Assam faces unimaginable flood destruction impacting over nine lakh people. Forty-one lives have been los ...More
Assam faces unimaginable flood destruction impacting over nine lakh people. Forty-one lives have been lost, and many remain missing after heavy rainfall. Union Home Minister Amit Shah assured central assistance for rebuilding efforts. An inter-ministerial team will soon assess the extensive flood damages. Rescue and relief operations are underway with government and air force support. ...Less
- One dead, over 57,000 affected as Assam flood situation deteriorates
Assam's flood situation has worsened, with one death and over 57,000 people affected. The state governmen ...More
Assam's flood situation has worsened, with one death and over 57,000 people affected. The state government requested Army and Air Force standby for rescue operations. Chief Minister Sarma directed cabinet colleagues to oversee relief efforts in Upper Assam. Over 57,100 people are impacted across seven districts, with Charaideo being the worst hit. The administration is operating relief camps and distributing essential supplies to affected families. ...Less
- Assam floods leave 35 dead, over 100 missing; toll may rise, says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assam's chief minister reported thirty-five flood deaths and over one hundred missing people. He expresse ...More
Assam's chief minister reported thirty-five flood deaths and over one hundred missing people. He expressed apprehension that the casualty figure will rise further due to widespread devastation. Several areas remain inaccessible to rescue teams, leaving thousands stranded in floodwaters. Floods were triggered by a cloudburst in Nagaland's Mon district, affecting multiple districts. Opposition questioned the government's preparedness and flood management strategy during the assembly session. ...Less
- Assam chief secretary orders faster relief, restoration as floods worsen
Assam's Chief Secretary has ordered officials to speed up flood relief and restoration work. Ten people d ...More
Assam's Chief Secretary has ordered officials to speed up flood relief and restoration work. Ten people died in floods affecting over six lakh people across eleven districts. The weather department forecasts more rain and thunderstorms for the next four days. Central agencies like NDRF and the Army are asked to enhance their assistance. Relief materials and essential services are being distributed to affected localities. ...Less
- Assam floods: Over 37,000 affected in 6 districts
Assam floods have affected over thirty-seven thousand people across six districts. One flood-related deat ...More
Assam floods have affected over thirty-seven thousand people across six districts. One flood-related death has been reported in the Sonitpur district of Assam. Lakhimpur district is the most severely impacted, with over thirty-five thousand affected individuals. Floodwaters have submerged more than one thousand hectares of valuable crop area. ...Less
- Toll in Assam floods rises to 11; over 3.10 lakh affected as major rivers in spate
One more death was reported in Assam floods, bringing the total to eleven. Over 3.10 lakh people remain a ...More
One more death was reported in Assam floods, bringing the total to eleven. Over 3.10 lakh people remain affected across eleven districts in the state. Several major rivers are flowing above danger levels, impacting many areas. Rescue operations are underway by multiple agencies, and train services are disrupted. Over 9,000 people have been evacuated to relief camps. ...Less
- SC flags 'frustration' of students in CBSE's OSM
The Supreme Court noted student frustration with the CBSE's digital marking system. A Public Interest Lit ...More
The Supreme Court noted student frustration with the CBSE's digital marking system. A Public Interest Litigation sought regulations for on-screen marking in examinations. The Chief Justice of India highlighted the distress of young students. ...Less
- Assam floods submerge Nazira tea estates, over 57,000 people affected
Unprecedented floods have severely impacted tea estates in Nazira Sub-Division, Sivasagar District. Inces ...More
Unprecedented floods have severely impacted tea estates in Nazira Sub-Division, Sivasagar District. Incessant rainfall in Nagaland caused rivers to breach danger levels, submerging estates and infrastructure. Thousands of tea workers and their families sought refuge in elevated structures within the estates. The Indian Army launched Operation Jal Rahat to aid state rescue efforts in Upper Assam. The Assam government is coordinating relief and rehabilitation to restore normalcy. ...Less
- Manipur CM Yumnam Khemchand Singh says welfare benefits worth Rs 91.66 crore to bring relief amid prolonged crisis
Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh distributed welfare benefits worth Rs 91.66 crore. These be ...More
Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh distributed welfare benefits worth Rs 91.66 crore. These benefits were provided to nearly 2,40,758 beneficiaries under seventeen different schemes. The Chief Minister highlighted the state's difficult times and the government's initiatives for financial assistance. He urged all communities to contribute towards making Manipur a better state. The Integrated Monthly Pension Processing System was also formally launched during the event. ...Less
- Maharashtra: 6 killed as truck collides with car on Samruddhi Expressway in Wardha
The accident occurred after an Eicher truck reportedly rammed into a car from behind. Four occupants of t ...More
The accident occurred after an Eicher truck reportedly rammed into a car from behind. Four occupants of the car, including the driver, died on the spot, while the driver of the Eicher truck also succumbed to injuries. The cleaner of the truck was seriously injured and is undergoing treatment. ...Less
- TCS 'sexual harassment' case: Court grants bail to POSH committee member
A local court granted bail to Ashwini Chainani, a TCS POSH committee member, in a sexual harassment case. ...More
A local court granted bail to Ashwini Chainani, a TCS POSH committee member, in a sexual harassment case. The judge noted her failure to act on the victim's complaint contributed to further harassment. Another former TCS employee, Danish Shaikh, also received bail in a related matter. Shaikh is seeking discharge, questioning the applicability of gender-specific laws. A special investigation team is probing nine cases at the TCS Nashik unit. ...Less
- Speciality tea market triples to ₹1,000 crore in 5 years, driven by Gen Z, millennials
India's speciality tea market has tripled to ₹1,000 crore in five years. Millennials and Gen Z are drivin ...More
India's speciality tea market has tripled to ₹1,000 crore in five years. Millennials and Gen Z are driving this growth with premium tea preferences. Rising health awareness and unique origin stories fuel this emerging trend. Companies are focusing on higher-value products, increasing accessibility through e-commerce. This shift represents a conscious lifestyle choice for younger consumers. ...Less
- UAE expresses solidarity with India, conveys condolences over flood, landslide victims
The United Arab Emirates expressed solidarity with India over recent flood and landslide victims. Heavy m ...More
The United Arab Emirates expressed solidarity with India over recent flood and landslide victims. Heavy monsoon rains have caused significant damage and dozens of deaths across several Indian states. Jammu and Kashmir reported at least twenty-three deaths and seven people remain missing. Assam has seen nearly three lakh sixty-three thousand people affected by ongoing flood situations. The Indian Embassy in the UAE deeply valued this expression of friendship and support. ...Less
- Assam flood update: Over 46,000 affected, 3,809 hectares of crop land flooded
Assam grapples with escalating floods as 46,000 people in six districts face inundation, with Dhemaji bea ...More
Assam grapples with escalating floods as 46,000 people in six districts face inundation, with Dhemaji bearing the brunt. The Brahmaputra and another major river are dangerously high, causing significant infrastructure damage and submerging over 3,800 hectares of crops. Tragically, the state recorded its first flood-related death in Dhemaji. Relief efforts are underway for affected residents and livestock. ...Less
- Assam flood update: CM met Union Minister Kiren Rijiju and discussed flood relief, recovery efforts
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma met Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affair ...More
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma met Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju and discussed flood relief, rehabilitation and recovery efforts in Assam. ...Less
- Shivraj Singh Chouhan to assess Arunachal, Assam flood damage; ground and aerial survey on July 1
Union Ministers Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Kiren Rijiju, alongside Arunachal Pradesh CM, are assessing flo ...More
Union Ministers Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Kiren Rijiju, alongside Arunachal Pradesh CM, are assessing flood damages in the Northeast. Despite initial weather disruptions grounding aerial surveys, a comprehensive ground and air tour of affected areas in Arunachal and Assam is planned for July 1. The ministers are engaging with residents, listening to grievances, and assuring swift assistance for farmers and families impacted by crop destruction and property damage. ...Less
- West Bengal notifies rural jobs scheme to replace MGNREGA with VB-G RAM G from July 1
West Bengal is launching the VB-G RAM G rural employment scheme on July 1, replacing MGNREGA. This new in ...More
West Bengal is launching the VB-G RAM G rural employment scheme on July 1, replacing MGNREGA. This new initiative promises 125 days of wage employment annually to eligible rural households, focusing on water security, rural infrastructure, and climate resilience. The scheme, aligned with 'Viksit Bharat at 2047', aims to benefit over 2.5 crore job card holders and will be jointly funded by the Centre and state. ...Less
- Four rescued from overflowing Arunachal river after raft capsizing; Assam grapples with floods
A dramatic rescue operation in Arunachal Pradesh saw four individuals safely airlifted from the overflowi ...More
A dramatic rescue operation in Arunachal Pradesh saw four individuals safely airlifted from the overflowing Sisiri River after their rescue raft capsized. Meanwhile, Assam grapples with its first wave of floods, inundating six districts and disrupting connectivity. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has assured full support to the state's Chief Minister as relief efforts intensify, particularly in the worst-hit Dhemaji district. ...Less
- Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma monitoring Dhemaji flood situation, train services suspended
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has pledged full government support for flood-affected residents ...More
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has pledged full government support for flood-affected residents in Dhemaji, directing ministers to oversee relief and rehabilitation efforts. Meanwhile, the Northeast Frontier Railway has indefinitely suspended train services between Archipathar and Simen Chapari due to severe erosion damaging a railway bridge. ...Less
- 117 dead in Assam floods till now this year; toll over 5 years 880: MHA informs Rajya Sabha
Replying to a question in Rajya Sabha by MP Sushmita Dev, Minister of State of Home Affairs Nityanand Rai ...More
Replying to a question in Rajya Sabha by MP Sushmita Dev, Minister of State of Home Affairs Nityanand Rai on Thursday stated that, as per information furnished by the State Government of Assam, 880 casualties have been reported due to floods in Assam from 2019 to July 25 this year. ...Less
- Assam Floods: 16.50 lakh people affected in 29 districts
Assam floods affect 16.50 lakh in 29 districts, with Brahmaputra, Digaru, Kollong overflowing. CM Sarma t ...More
Assam floods affect 16.50 lakh in 29 districts, with Brahmaputra, Digaru, Kollong overflowing. CM Sarma to visit. Relief measures discussed. Death toll: 56. Dhubri, Darrang, Lakhimpur worst hit. Brahmaputra above danger at Nimatighat, Tezpur, Guwahati, Goalpara, Dhubri. Tributaries Subansiri, Burhi Dihing, Dikhou, Disang, Dhansiri, Kopili overflow. Barak river and tributaries also flood. ...Less
- Assam flood toll 48, flood water receding in 10 districts
With the death of one more person in Barpeta district the toll in the Assam floods increased to 48 even a ...More
With the death of one more person in Barpeta district the toll in the Assam floods increased to 48 even as the water in 10 of the 21 districts in the state have started receding. ...Less
- Assam floods: 17 wild animals drown, 72 rescued in Kaziranga National Park
Floods in Assam's Kaziranga National Park resulted in 17 animal deaths and 72 rescues, including 55 Hog D ...More
Floods in Assam's Kaziranga National Park resulted in 17 animal deaths and 72 rescues, including 55 Hog Deer, under Sonali Ghosh's supervision. The flood situation impacts 173 forest camps. Assam's floods claimed 46 lives, affecting 16.25 lakh people and 3.86 lakh evacuees. The NDRF leads intensive rescue efforts for both wildlife and residents. ...Less
- Assam flood toll climbs to 52; railways joins relief operations
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- IAF deploys choppers to rescue flood-affected people in Assam
The IAF deployed An-32 transport aircraft, two Mi-17 helicopters, a Chinook helicopter and a ALH Dhruv an ...More
The IAF deployed An-32 transport aircraft, two Mi-17 helicopters, a Chinook helicopter and a ALH Dhruv and evacuated 119 passengers stranded at Ditokchera railway station with the help of Mi-17 helicopters on Saturday. ...Less
- Assam: Brahmaputra in spate; houses submerged in Morigaon, 120 villages affected
Flooding caused by an overflowing Brahmaputra river has affected over 15,000 people in Assam's Morigaon d ...More
Flooding caused by an overflowing Brahmaputra river has affected over 15,000 people in Assam's Morigaon district. The floodwaters have submerged several villages, forcing students to use boats to reach school. The Central Water Commission reported that the Brahmaputra River is flowing above the danger level mark. ...Less
- More than 81,000 people affected in Assam floods: Report
Over 81,000 people were reeling under the impact of the worsening flood situation in Assam where ten dist ...More
Over 81,000 people were reeling under the impact of the worsening flood situation in Assam where ten districts have been affected and one person died. ...Less
- Assam flood situation remains grim with rivers flowing above red mark
As per an Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) report, till Saturday 37,535 people in 10 dis ...More
As per an Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) report, till Saturday 37,535 people in 10 districts of the state have been affected by the deluge so far. One person has been killed in a landslide in Guwahati, though the flood waters have not claimed any life so far. ...Less
- Assam flood situation remains grim; over 7 lakh affected
The number of the affected population was 7,17,500 and that of the district was 27, according to the Assa ...More
The number of the affected population was 7,17,500 and that of the district was 27, according to the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA). ...Less
- Assam flood situation deteriorates
The current deluge has so far claimed eight lives in the state and nearly two lakh people have been affec ...More
The current deluge has so far claimed eight lives in the state and nearly two lakh people have been affected, official sources said. ...Less
- Assam floods: Rahul Gandhi asks party workers to assist in rescue, rehabilitation operations
The flood situation in Assam remained grim as 12 more people were killed and 55 lakh people affected acro ...More
The flood situation in Assam remained grim as 12 more people were killed and 55 lakh people affected across 32 districts with the rising Brahmaputra and Barak rivers inundating new areas. ...Less
- Assam Floods: 26 dead so far, 1.61 lakh people affected in 15 districts
The ASDMA flood report said that 470 villages under 28 revenue circles in 15 flood-hit districts have bee ...More
The ASDMA flood report said that 470 villages under 28 revenue circles in 15 flood-hit districts have been affected and the flood waters submerged 1378.64 hectares of crop area in 11 districts. ...Less
- Assam flood: Six more die, 7.2 lakh affected
The death toll due to the flood and landslides this year has now gone up to 24 across Assam. ...More
The death toll due to the flood and landslides this year has now gone up to 24 across Assam. ...Less
- Assam flood: Death toll rises to 25, 6.5 lakh hit
According to the daily flood report of the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), one person ...More
According to the daily flood report of the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), one person in Silchar of Cachar district was lost to floodwaters. With this, the total number of people losing their lives in this year's flood and landslides has gone up to 25 across the state. ...Less
- Assam floods: Govt to pay Rs 3,800 to each family staying in relief camps, other shelters
Stating the state government is committed to ensuring relief & compensation to all affected people, CM Sa ...More
Stating the state government is committed to ensuring relief & compensation to all affected people, CM Sarma asked the deputy commissioners to make sure that no genuinely affected person is left out from the lists to be prepared by the DCs and no one could take benefit of government relief and rehabilitation measures through unfair means. ...Less
- Assam Floods: 30 districts submerged, 24.50 lakh affected; death toll climbs to 64
Assam is witnessing the second wave of floods. The death toll in the floods this year stood at 52 and 12 ...More
Assam is witnessing the second wave of floods. The death toll in the floods this year stood at 52 and 12 others lost their lives due to landslides and storms. ...Less
- Over 1,61,000 people affected by floods in Assam; landslide kills 5
Heavy flooding and landslides have caused significant devastation in Assam and Meghalaya. In Assam, flood ...More
Heavy flooding and landslides have caused significant devastation in Assam and Meghalaya. In Assam, floods have affected over 1.61 lakh people across 15 districts since Cyclone Remal hit in May, resulting in approximately 30 deaths. Karimganj district is the worst hit, with 1,52,133 people affected and extensive damage to crops and livestock. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with 5,114 people taking shelter in relief camps amid submerged villages. ...Less
- Rahul Gandhi visits flood-affected Lakhimpur in Assam
He assured that the Congress will raise the matter of Assam floods in Parliament and ensure that the vict ...More
He assured that the Congress will raise the matter of Assam floods in Parliament and ensure that the victims get compensated. ...Less
- Assam flood situation grim, nearly 23 lakh people affected in 28 districts
Assam's flood crisis has worsened, affecting nearly 23 lakh people across 28 districts. With water levels ...More
Assam's flood crisis has worsened, affecting nearly 23 lakh people across 28 districts. With water levels of major rivers above danger marks, the death toll has reached 78. Over 53,000 are in relief camps. Multiple agencies are engaged in rescue operations, and Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma assures adequate relief efforts. ...Less
- PeeCee, Nick extend a helping hand, donate an undisclosed amount for Bihar, Assam floods
Chopra said the state of Assam has been "devastated" by floods. ...More
Chopra said the state of Assam has been "devastated" by floods. ...Less
- Rebel Shiv Sena MLAs donate Rs 51 lakh for Assam flood relief
Kesarkar said, "We will be staying at a place that is one hour air distance from Mumbai, so that that we ...More
Kesarkar said, "We will be staying at a place that is one hour air distance from Mumbai, so that that we can comfortably reach the state capital for the floor test. The decision (of floor test) will be what we have been demanding for a long time from our leadership." ...Less
- Assam: Flood situation worsens in Karimganj; more than 1.34 lakh affected
The rescue teams on Monday rescued more than 3,000 people from Silchar and Cachar districts of Assam on M ...More
The rescue teams on Monday rescued more than 3,000 people from Silchar and Cachar districts of Assam on Monday, informed the Cachar district administration. In view of the continuous entering of water from the Barak River into the Silchar town, the Cachar district administration has restricted vehicular movement on many roads. ...Less
- Assam: Flood situation remains grim in Assam's Nagaon district; death toll from deluge rises to 84
The flood situation in Nagaon, Assam, remains severe with 84 lives lost state-wide. Rita Sahani and many ...More
The flood situation in Nagaon, Assam, remains severe with 84 lives lost state-wide. Rita Sahani and many others are displaced, living in makeshift tents on embankments. They face challenges accessing food and work due to ongoing rainfall and flooding. Nearly 14.39 lakh people are affected, with 79,000 in Nagaon alone. ...Less
- Flood situation in Assam worsens; one more dies, 7.18 lakh affected
ASDMA said that more than 7,17,500 people are hit due to floods. Nagaon is the worst hit with over 3.31 l ...More
ASDMA said that more than 7,17,500 people are hit due to floods. Nagaon is the worst hit with over 3.31 lakh people suffering, followed by Cachar (1.6 lakh) and Hojai (97,300). At present, 1,790 villages have been inundated and 63,970.62 hectares of crop areas damaged across Assam, ASDMA said. ...Less
- Assam flood situation remains critical
Assam's flood situation remained critical today with 11 districts reeling under the water of the swollen ...More
Assam's flood situation remained critical today with 11 districts reeling under the water of the swollen Brahmaputra and its tributaries affecting over one lakh people. ...Less
- Assam flood situation improving
The flood situation in Assam saw significant improvement on Monday as water levels receded quickly across ...More
The flood situation in Assam saw significant improvement on Monday as water levels receded quickly across various regions of the state, according to officials. The India Meteorological Department's Regional Meteorological Centre in Guwahati has not issued any alerts, aside from predicting some rain in Barak Valley and a few districts in central Assam. ...Less
- Assam floods: Three dead, nearly 25,000 people affected
According to the flood reports of Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), till May 14, a total ...More
According to the flood reports of Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), till May 14, a total of 24,681 people in 94 villages in six districts - Cachar, Dhemaji, Hojai, Karbi Anglong West, Nagaon and Kamrup (Metro) have been affected in the first spell of flood. ...Less
- Assam Floods: 131 wild animals dead, 97 rescued in Kaziranga National Park
At least 131 wild animals have died in floods in Kaziranga National Park, with 96 others rescued. Dead an ...More
At least 131 wild animals have died in floods in Kaziranga National Park, with 96 others rescued. Dead animals include six rhinos, 117 hog deer, and 17 during treatment. The park is experiencing the worst-ever deluge in recent years, with the previous large-scale devastation occurring in 2017 when over 350 wildlife died in flood waters and vehicle hits. ...Less
- Flood situation in Assam critical as Silchar remains under water, toll rises to 108
The Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) said that it has further expedited rescue and relie ...More
The Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) said that it has further expedited rescue and relief operations with additional resources deployed in the severely affected districts, especially Cachar where Silchar is located. ...Less
- Government working to find long-term solution to flood in Assam: Himanta Biswa Sarma
CM Sarma visited three relief camps, spent time with the flood victims to take note of the rescue, relief ...More
CM Sarma visited three relief camps, spent time with the flood victims to take note of the rescue, relief and rehabilitation measures being undertaken by the government. ...Less
- Flood situation in Assam remains critical, toll rises to 108
The Brahmaputra and Barak rivers along with their tributaries are in spate, even as floodwaters started r ...More
The Brahmaputra and Barak rivers along with their tributaries are in spate, even as floodwaters started receding from a few areas. ...Less
- Flood situation worsens in Assam, 5 die; 4,500 families homeless in Tripura
According to a report by the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), two persons died in Dhema ...More
According to a report by the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), two persons died in Dhemaji and one person each in Lakhimpur, Kokrajhar and Morigaon districts. ...Less
- Assam flood situation improves; Amit Shah, Odisha CM offer help
The flood situation in Assam sees gradual improvement as over 5 lakh people in 17 districts still face de ...More
The flood situation in Assam sees gradual improvement as over 5 lakh people in 17 districts still face deluge. Union Home Minister Amit Shah assures Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma of support, with Odisha offering assistance. Prime Minister Narendra Modi pledges aid, with over 100 casualties reported. Major rivers remain at dangerous levels. ...Less
- Football club Arsenal stands in solidarity with Assam flood victims, Twitter asks why Indian celebrities are silent
A Twitter user asked why Assam doesn’t evoke the philanthropic spirits of top Indian celebs. ...More
A Twitter user asked why Assam doesn’t evoke the philanthropic spirits of top Indian celebs. ...Less
- Asian Development Bank clears $182 million loan for Assam flood management
The Asian Development Bank has approved an additional $182 million for Assam. This funding will enhance t ...More
The Asian Development Bank has approved an additional $182 million for Assam. This funding will enhance the state's ability to withstand severe floods and riverbank erosion along the Brahmaputra river. This comes as an addition to an existing $200 million project. The initiative aims to address long-standing issues that impact rural poverty and livelihoods across Assam. ...Less
- Assam flood situation grim
The flood situation in Assam continued to remain grim on Tuesday with the Brahmaputra and its tributaries ...More
The flood situation in Assam continued to remain grim on Tuesday with the Brahmaputra and its tributaries flowing above the danger mark at several places. ...Less
- Assam flood situation improving
The flood situation in Assam improves with the level of the mighty Brahmaputra and its tributaries fallin ...More
The flood situation in Assam improves with the level of the mighty Brahmaputra and its tributaries falling since Friday. ...Less
- Four more dead, Assam flood toll touches 73
The worst affected is Morigaon where over 80,000 people have been affected by the deluge followed by Barp ...More
The worst affected is Morigaon where over 80,000 people have been affected by the deluge followed by Barpeta with more than 55,000 people hit by the flood. ...Less
- Nearly 4 lakh still hit, flood crisis remains grim: Assam government
ASDMA said that 204 villages in Goalpara, Kamrup Rural and Dhemaji districts were hit by the floods with ...More
ASDMA said that 204 villages in Goalpara, Kamrup Rural and Dhemaji districts were hit by the floods with 3.66 lakh people affected in Goalpara alone. ...Less
- Akshay Kumar donates Rs 1cr towards Assam flood relief, CM Sonowal thanks actor
CM Sarbananda Sonowal praised Kumar for showing 'sympathy and support' during this crisis. ...More
CM Sarbananda Sonowal praised Kumar for showing 'sympathy and support' during this crisis. ...Less
- Severe Assam floods: Critical situation with over 6.71 lakh people affected
Assam's flood situation remains critical, affecting over 6.71 lakh people in the second wave of flooding. ...More
Assam's flood situation remains critical, affecting over 6.71 lakh people in the second wave of flooding. Incessant rains cause widespread inundation and displacement. IAF rescues 13 stranded fishermen. ...Less
- 7 killed in Assam floods, north India receives light to moderate showers
Relief from the heat is likely on July 16 as rains are expected on that evening, a Meteorological Departm ...More
Relief from the heat is likely on July 16 as rains are expected on that evening, a Meteorological Department official said. ...Less
- Assam floods: Around 40 highlands constructed for providing shelter to animals
'The new highlands have been designed scientifically with provision for adequate grass, and plants yieldi ...More
'The new highlands have been designed scientifically with provision for adequate grass, and plants yielding fruits such as elephant apple and Indian gooseberry.' ...Less
- Assam reels under devastating floods, PM Modi dials Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assam is severely affected by floods with 18.95 lakh people suffering in 28 districts and 55 people dying ...More
Assam is severely affected by floods with 18.95 lakh people suffering in 28 districts and 55 people dying due to the deluge and landslides in the state this year. ...Less
- Assam flood situation improving, 22 lakh affected
The total number of affected people declined to 22.21 lakh in 28 districts on Sunday while the figure was ...More
The total number of affected people declined to 22.21 lakh in 28 districts on Sunday while the figure was 25.10 lakh on the previous day, according to a bulletin issued by the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA). ...Less
- Northeast Frontier Railway cancels 10 trains as flood damages tracks
NF Railway cancelled 10 trains, and changed the schedules and routes of three others due to damage in tra ...More
NF Railway cancelled 10 trains, and changed the schedules and routes of three others due to damage in tracks by flood waters in Lower Assam. ...Less
- Assam flood: Five more die, over 18.35 lakh people still affected
According to the daily bulletin issued by the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), the five ...More
According to the daily bulletin issued by the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), the five persons drowned at various places in Karimganj, Lakhimpur, Nagaon and Sivasagar districts during the day. The toll due to the flood and landslides this year rose to 179 across the state. ...Less
- PM Narendra Modi in Assam to review flood situation
The Prime Minister arrived in Guwahati's Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport and headed str ...More
The Prime Minister arrived in Guwahati's Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport and headed straight to Khanapara in an Indian Air force chopper. ...Less
- Assam floods: Brahmaputra embankment breached at 63 points
One breach occurred on Brahmaputra dyke at Sonowal Kacharigaon in the world's largest inhabited river isl ...More
One breach occurred on Brahmaputra dyke at Sonowal Kacharigaon in the world's largest inhabited river island Majuli. ...Less
- Assam floods: Nearly 38,000 people in 13 districts affected, Lakhimpur worst hit
Assam is facing severe floods, affecting millions of people and causing significant damage. Heavy rainfal ...More
Assam is facing severe floods, affecting millions of people and causing significant damage. Heavy rainfall has led to overflowing rivers, submerging villages, and displacing residents. Here are some images: ...Less
- Assam flood death toll rises to 25, 6.5 lakh people affected
At present, 1,709 villages are under water and 82,503 hectares of crop areas have been damaged across Ass ...More
At present, 1,709 villages are under water and 82,503 hectares of crop areas have been damaged across Assam, Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) said. A total of 2,27,529 domestic animals and poultry have been affected in the deluge across nine districts, ASDMA said. ...Less
- Flood situation in Assam improves as water level of most rivers recede
An Inter-Ministerial Central Team (IMCT) visited the flood-affected areas of Cachar and Darrang districts ...More
An Inter-Ministerial Central Team (IMCT) visited the flood-affected areas of Cachar and Darrang districts during the day to assess the damage. At present, 799 villages are still under water and 35,384.12 hectares of crop areas have been damaged. Massive erosions were reported from Dhubri, Dibrugarh, Golaghat, Nalbari, Sivasagar, South Salmara, Tinsukia and Udalguri districts. ...Less
- People 'betrayed by Modi-Shah promise' of making Assam flood free: Mallikarjun Kharge
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the BJP over flood management in Assam, highlighting the ...More
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the BJP over flood management in Assam, highlighting the grim flood situation in the state with over four lakh affected and major rivers flowing above danger levels. ...Less
- Times Network announces 'India For Assam'
A special initiative to resurrect flood desolated Assam With 28 districts submerged and more than 45 Lakh ...More
A special initiative to resurrect flood desolated Assam With 28 districts submerged and more than 45 Lakh residents affected, Assam flood situation continue... ...Less
- Assam floods: Death toll reaches 81, water re-enters Sonitpur
The situation in the other 17 flood-affected districts remained unchanged, the Assam State Disaster Manag ...More
The situation in the other 17 flood-affected districts remained unchanged, the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) said. ...Less
- Assam floods: Death toll reaches 50
Flood waters in several districts are receding around 3,705 number of villages in 92 revenue circles of 2 ...More
Flood waters in several districts are receding around 3,705 number of villages in 92 revenue circles of 27 districts are witnessing flooding. ...Less
- Assam Floods: Death toll reaches 69
Around 644 numbers of Relief Camps are operational in the districts with 96,890 inmates and around 113 Re ...More
Around 644 numbers of Relief Camps are operational in the districts with 96,890 inmates and around 113 Relief Distribution Centres are functioning. ...Less
- Assam flood toll rises to 48, flood water receding in 10 districts
With the death of 1 more person in Barpeta district the toll in the Assam floods today increased to 48 ev ...More
With the death of 1 more person in Barpeta district the toll in the Assam floods today increased to 48 even as the water in 10 districts started receding. ...Less
- Assam flood situation continues to be grim
Flood waters breached an embankment in the Lakhimpur district of Assam. ...More
Flood waters breached an embankment in the Lakhimpur district of Assam. ...Less
- Assam floods: Tarun Gogoi in Tokyo as state struggles to stay afloat
Over 2 million people have been forced from their homes, following the flood, which took a turn for the w ...More
Over 2 million people have been forced from their homes, following the flood, which took a turn for the worse on Wednesday. ...Less
- Assam floods: Death toll touches 124, Brahmaputra level recedes
Around 24 lakh people have been affected in Assam's worst flood in years, causing devastation in 4,540 vi ...More
Around 24 lakh people have been affected in Assam's worst flood in years, causing devastation in 4,540 villages with 9 lakh hectares of land inundated. ...Less
- Assam flood toll rises to 44, nearly four lakh still affected
ASDMA said 242 villages across four districts are still affected in the flood with nearly four lakh peopl ...More
ASDMA said 242 villages across four districts are still affected in the flood with nearly four lakh people suffering due to the flood waters. ...Less
- Assam floods: Death toll rises to 30; Goalpara, Kamrup districts among worst affected
Goalpara district administration sources said 94 relief camps have been set up by the district administra ...More
Goalpara district administration sources said 94 relief camps have been set up by the district administration and more than 90,000 people have taken shelter in them. ...Less
- Assam flood situation deteriorates, over 2.25 lakh people affected
The overall flood situation in Assam deteriorated as the rising Brahmaputra river and its tributaries inu ...More
The overall flood situation in Assam deteriorated as the rising Brahmaputra river and its tributaries inundated vast tracts in 15 districts and affected 2,25,501 people of the state. ...Less
- NFR cancels 10 more trains due to Agnipath protests & Assam floods
The trains Dibrugarh-Lalgarh Express, New Jalpaiguri-New Delhi Express, Jorhat Town-Guwahati JanShatabdi ...More
The trains Dibrugarh-Lalgarh Express, New Jalpaiguri-New Delhi Express, Jorhat Town-Guwahati JanShatabdi Express, New Jalpaiguri-Rajendranagar Capital Express, Katihar-Samastipur, Katihar-Barauni, Purnea-Saharsha passenger trains, Rangiya-Rangapara, Rangiya-Dekargaon, Dekargaon-Rangiya passenger trains will remain cancelled on Saturday, De said. ...Less
- Army, NDRF, SDRF carry out rescue operations in flood-affected Assam's Cachar
In view of the continuous entering of water from the Barak River into the Silchar town, the Cachar distri ...More
In view of the continuous entering of water from the Barak River into the Silchar town, the Cachar district administration has restricted vehicular movement on many roads. ...Less
- Assam flood situation remains critical, toll mounts to 69
The worst hit district is South Salmara where 1,25,040 people are affected, while in Morigaon district ne ...More
The worst hit district is South Salmara where 1,25,040 people are affected, while in Morigaon district nearly one lakh people are facing the flood fury, the ASDMA report said. ...Less
- Assam flood: Situation grim, death toll rises to 40
Gogoi made an aerial survey of the two districts for about 45 minutes but could not land to visit relief ...More
Gogoi made an aerial survey of the two districts for about 45 minutes but could not land to visit relief camps in Goalpara district. ...Less
- Assam Floods, an annual tragedy: A detailed report
Floods, and the destruction that comes with them, are an annual feature in Assam, so why can’t there be a ...More
Floods, and the destruction that comes with them, are an annual feature in Assam, so why can’t there be a better state of preparedness? ...Less
- Rajnath Singh shown wrong photos of Assam floods
State Government believes that DCs and SDOs are its eyes and ears in the field and makes it clear that an ...More
State Government believes that DCs and SDOs are its eyes and ears in the field and makes it clear that any irresponsible act of any Government official will not be tolerated. ...Less
- Declare Assam flood problem "national calamity": BJP
The BJP today said the relief package of Rs 500 crore announced by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was meag ...More
The BJP today said the relief package of Rs 500 crore announced by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh was meagre. ...Less
- Assam flood, pest attack hits tea output
Floods in Assam, the largest tea producing state in the country, accompanied by a pest attack has slowed ...More
Floods in Assam, the largest tea producing state in the country, accompanied by a pest attack has slowed down the growth of tea leaves. ...Less
- Assam floods affect nearly 2 lakh people
Around 2 lakh people in 20 districts of Assam have been affected by floods. Here boats are brought out to ...More
Around 2 lakh people in 20 districts of Assam have been affected by floods. Here boats are brought out to rescue stranded villagers at Jamunamukh village in Nagaon district. ...Less
- Flood situation remains grim in Assam
The flood situation in Assam continues to be grim with over 3.5 lakh people remaining affected in 13 dist ...More
The flood situation in Assam continues to be grim with over 3.5 lakh people remaining affected in 13 districts, an official of the state Disaster Management Authority said on July 4. ...Less
- Rains lash north, east India; flood toll 31, lightning kills 27
Flood waters have risen following heavy rainfall in the upper catchment areas of Arunachal Pradesh and Bh ...More
Flood waters have risen following heavy rainfall in the upper catchment areas of Arunachal Pradesh and Bhutan as well as in Assam. ...Less
- Centre seeks report from Assam on flood damages
A report has been sought from Assam government giving details of damages caused due to floods so that nec ...More
A report has been sought from Assam government giving details of damages caused due to floods so that necessary further aid can be planned out, Union Minister Jitendra Singh said. ...Less
- Nearly four lakh still flood-hit in Assam
202 villages in Goalpara, Kamrup Rural and Dhemaji districts are flood-hit, with 3.66 lakh people affecte ...More
202 villages in Goalpara, Kamrup Rural and Dhemaji districts are flood-hit, with 3.66 lakh people affected in Goalpara alone. ...Less
- Flood situation in Assam critical, CM Himanta Biswa Sarma visits Dibrugarh
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reviewed the situation in Dibrugarh town, which has been under water a ...More
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reviewed the situation in Dibrugarh town, which has been under water and facing severe power shortage for the last eight days. ...Less
- Floods won't have much impact on farm output
More than 25 lakh hectare area is under water in flood hit states of Gujarat, Rajasthan, Bihar, West Beng ...More
More than 25 lakh hectare area is under water in flood hit states of Gujarat, Rajasthan, Bihar, West Bengal and Assam according to preliminary reports. ...Less
- PM, Sonia make aerial survey of flood-hit areas in Assam
PM Manmohan Singh and UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi, accompanied by CM Tarun Gogoi, today made an aerial s ...More
PM Manmohan Singh and UPA chairperson Sonia Gandhi, accompanied by CM Tarun Gogoi, today made an aerial survey of flood affected areas in Assam. ...Less